The Upper Deck

There is plenty on offer to guests at the pretty coastal village of Alnmouth. Essential provisions can be picked up from the village store and post office on the main street, while Scott’s of Alnmouth is a wonderful deli with delicious treats and a fabulous selection of local bread and cheeses. Tasty pub lunches can be found at the popular Red Lion Inn which also provides superb views over the estuary from the raised deck in the beer garden. Further dining options are available at The Whittling House which offers a range of locally sourced and seasonal dishes. Or call in at The Hope and Anchor, where you can enjoy a drink at the bar, or a traditional wood-fired pizza in their restaurant.

For guests who have an interest in the arts, there is The Old School Gallery. The gallery has a wonderful collection of original paintings and limited edition prints, many of which are by local artists.

A variety of independent shops and restaurants, including some fabulous fish restaurants, can be found in the nearby village of Warkworth (4.5 miles) and the harbour town of Amble (6.1 miles). Amble has the added benefit of a Tesco Express store as well as the delightful Harbour Village which consists of 15 small retail pods with a range of fabulous goodies from crafts and jewellery to food and drink.

The historic town of Alnwick is just 4.7 miles west, offering a good selection of pubs, restaurants, local shops and a farmer's market. 

If you feel a trip to the coast isn’t complete without enjoying good local seafood, then you’ve come to the right place. The Jolly Fisherman at the pretty nearby village of Craster is renowned for its smoked kippers and The Potted Lobster is a must if you visit Bamburgh. At Low Newton you will find the delightful Ship Inn at Low Newton, famous for its seafood and microbrewery.

The Upper Deck has the added benefit of having a railway station just over 1 mile from the door, giving easy access to the main East Coast rail line. Ideal for guests who would like a day exploring the cities of Edinburgh to the north or Newcastle to the south.

Set within the Northumberland Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the wide golden sands of Alnmouth with its colourful coastal cottages will be an instant draw for visitors offering great walking, cycling and wildlife or simply rest and relaxation with a picnic full of foods from the Northumberland heartlands. 

From here head north and south to explore the pretty coastal villages of Craster and Warkworth, or take a boat charter from the docks of Amble Harbour to the RSPB reserve of Coquet Island which is home to over 36,000 sea birds, including thousands of characterful puffins.

For those seeking high energy adventures, the area is popular for surfing and kite surfing and there are a number of accredited surf and watersports schools up and down the coast for those looking to try something new in a relaxed teaching environment.

There are a number of walks from Alnmouth to Lesbury, including an extremely pretty 6km loop which takes in the meandering course of the River Aln, superb views of the ’18 arches’ railway viaduct, all the way down to the estuary, harbour and beach. For long distance walking routes, St.Oswald’s Way and the North Sea Trail both run nearby, and cyclists will delight at the many coves, magnificent heritage sites and wildlife havens along the Coast & Castles route which runs all the way from Edinburgh to Newcastle.

For golf fans, there are scenic courses directly on the doorstep at Alnmouth, Foxton, Alnwick and Dunstanburgh, while fishing enthusiasts can cast a line on the River Aln with permits available locally. During the season, shooting can be arranged on a number of nearby estates offering excellent opportunities for sporting and corporate parties.

History buffs will delight in visits to the grand stately homes and medieval castles of the area - Warkworth, Bamburgh, Lindisfarne and Chillingham stand as reminders of the area’s turbulent past, or head to the magnificent Alnwick Castle, home to the Percy family for over 700 years and used as a location in the Harry Potter films as well as Downton Abbey. The award-winning Alnwick Garden with its famous Treehouse and Poison Garden, as well as the recently launched Lilidorei should also be on your visit list. 

For something different, why not head to Ingram to experience a star-gazing treat under the outstanding dark skies of the Northumberland National Park, or pack your mountain bike, walking boots and climbing kit to experience the endless traffic-free trails and dramatic open landscapes of the Cheviot and Simonside Hills, taking in iron-age hill forts, Hadrian’s Wall and some amazing panoramic vistas along the way.

C&C experiences

We invite you to enjoy the most coveted and exclusive local experiences available in the North of England and the South of Scotland on your next Crabtree & Crabtree adventure.

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Children and families

Here at Crabtree & Crabtree, we like to think we’ve pulled together some rather nifty ideas to keep tots to teens happy and entertained during your stay.

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Historic houses and castles

With more stately homes, castles and historic sites here than you can shake a proverbial stick at, visitors are quite simply spoilt for choice.

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Adventure Sports

If you love a challenge or just crave a little excitement away from the day-to-day bustle of working life, we have lots to offer - whether it be watery pursuits, muddy blasts or thrill seeking, adrenaline-charged adventures.

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Walking

From the lush green uplands to shimmering sea, the area boasts a hugely diverse and enticing landscape that is perfect for exploring on foot. From gentle rambles to long-distance hikes, there are a vast array of trails and waymarked routes for newbie walkers or experienced alike.

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Golf

There are 40 golf courses in Northumberland, and another 21 in the Scottish Borders offering visitors an incredibly wide and varied range of golfing options.

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Wildlife

Our region is home to outstanding scenery which boasts emerald forests, pristine lochs and rivers, heathery hillsides, sweeping moorlands as well as a picture perfect coastline.

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Fishing

Welcome to the realm of the king of fish, the mighty River Tweed. Every year thousands of Atlantic Salmon make their way up river, an annual odyssey that is one of nature's miracles.

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Museums, galleries and culture

Our museums tell the story of Borders people and provide a unique insight into our region’s heritage and culture, such as the turbulent past of the Border Reivers or the tragic tale of exiled Mary Queen of Scots.

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Cycling & mountain biking

Whether you ride fast or slow, on-road or off-road, there is something uniquely special about enjoying some outdoor time on two wheels. Here in the region we have something for everyone from high-energy mountain biking blasts to gentle forest paths the whole family can enjoy.

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Shooting

For sheer variety alone Northumberland and the Scottish Borders are irresistible to any gun.

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Ancestral history research

Crabtree & Crabtree know that tracing the history of your family can be a wonderful journey of discovery. Here are our top tips for starting your family tree.

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